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See for Yourself
Inspired by UIW's founders, Rosenberg School of Optometry students advance the mission of health and human dignity for all across South Texas and the nation.
Learn more about the optometry program
Why Optometry
Great rewards come with preserving the gift of health and good eyesight. Doctors of Optometry provide early, sometimes life-saving diagnosis and treatment of diseases, injuries and disorders of the visual system, and identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye.
Gain Early Clinical Experience
Clinical experience begins with first year observations and extends to patient screenings in year two. Your clinical rotations begin in the summer (first semester) of the third year with direct supervised clinical experiences (examination, diagnosis, treatment and management of patients) at the UIW Eye Institute (UIWEI) and the Bowden Eye Care and Health Center.
NBEO Success
Students are prepared with a strong academic and clinical experience which supports student success.
School of Optometry by the Numbers
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The only optometry school affiliated with a faith-based institution
203.5
Cumulative hours to Doctor of Optometry degree
36%
Enrolled students in the O.D. program that are underrepresented minorities within Optometry
$1.8m
Annual uncompensated care provided by UIW clinics
68
Average incoming class size
Rosenberg School of Optometry Mission
The mission of the University of the Incarnate Word Rosenberg School of Optometry is to educate and prepare future leaders in optometry through excellence in education, patient care, and vision research.
Our complete Mission and VisionNews and Events
Health Professions Discovery Day Inspires Future Healthcare Leaders
06/26/2026On June 3, the University of the Incarnate Word (UIW) welcomed approximately 90 high school students from 16 schools across South Texas for its annual Health Professions Discovery Day. Designed to introduce students to the wide range of careers available in healthcare, the event provided hands-on learning experiences, faculty interaction, and exposure to academic pathways within UIW's nationally recognized health professions programs.
UIW Health Professions Schools Host Inaugural Health Profession Olympics
11/21/2025On Saturday, Nov. 1, student doctors from all five health professions schools gathered at the UIWSOM campus for the inaugural Health Profession Olympics. This first-time event invited students to a day of Olympics-style activities and challenges that allowed them to showcase their sportsmanship.
Optometry Admissions Prep Program (OPT APP)
The OPT APP virtual series offers unique opportunities to gain valuable insight into the admissions and enrollment process. All virtual sessions will be led by experienced admissions administrators. Sessions are offered on every other Wednesday throughout the Fall term.
Take a Virtual Tour of the Rosenberg School of Optometry
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Contact the Rosenberg School of Optometry
Mailing Address: 4301 Broadway, CPO 17, San Antonio, TX 78209
Address: 9725 Datapoint Dr, San Antonio, TX 78229
Phone: (210) 883-1190
Email: optometry@uiwtx.edu
"We evaluate, treat, and educate patients on their ocular needs versus their want. It’s no longer just about glasses and contact lenses, it’s about healthier communities.”
Dr. Jose Correa ’13 OD